As a young mother, I was reasonably ignorant when raising my firstborn. My biggest regret is that I didn't help her take better care of her teeth. Like many people, I didn't realise the importance of baby teeth, resulting in long-term dental problems. Recently, my daughter got married and some of my tears were for the beautiful, glistening smile she presented to the cameras. Ever since I realised the dental damage I had caused, I had been saving for my daughter to have cosmetic dentistry. The results are remarkable. During the course of this journey, I have learnt a lot about caring for children's teeth and corrective procedures that can be undertaken when issues arise. I am sure many of you would be interested in the latest knowledge and techniques that are available to prevent and repair dental complications. I'm Margret Devlin - thanks for visiting.
Are you self-conscious about your appearance? Many people worry about how they are perceived, especially when it comes to the chances of attracting a partner or finding a better job. Often, they're worried about their smile, because they're not too happy about the way that their teeth look. Some even resort to subconsciously covering their mouth when they laugh, without even realising it. If this is you, perhaps it's time you talked with a dentist. How can they help you restore your confidence?
Why It's Not Your Fault!
It's no wonder that people have a low self-image of themselves, when they're constantly bombarded by magazine covers and commercial ads, filled with "perfect" male and female models. These individuals are professionals, of course and invest a lot of time, effort and money in making sure that their appearance is first-class. You can be sure that they schedule frequent visits to the dentist and some of that money may even be tax deductible!
What's Really the Problem?
So, once you understand that realism is important and come down from your cloud of expectation, you need to figure out exactly what you're not happy about. Is it the fact that your teeth are not as sparkling white as you'd like, or do you think that there is an issue with the shape or size? Perhaps, you have some small gaps in between some of the teeth that you'd like removed.
Other people may not be too worried about the actual colour or configuration of their teeth but are not too happy about the effect when they actually smile. Some people have a tendency to show "too much" of the gums, especially if the teeth are naturally smaller.
You Don't Need to Be Whiter Than White
Actors often have teeth that are an impossible shade of white. Certainly, this may look nice in isolation, but you have to remember that the shade of your teeth has to fit in with the general complexion of your skin. Also, you need to compare the shade of colour found in the whites of your eyes, to come up with a good comparison in your case.
Formulating Your Plan
Once you've determined your ideal outcome, it's time for you to talk with the dentist. They may be able to come up with a plan to change the look of your smile, so that your gums don't show as much. They may be able to come up with a different plan that narrows the gaps between your teeth and they'll certainly be able to do something about the specific shade of white. Just remember that you need to be as detailed as possible before you schedule a visit and ask the specialist as many questions as you like to get their feedback.
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